Software Engineer - Performance Optimization

Applied IntuitionMountain View, California, United StatesHybridfull_timemid

$199,295 – $264,500 USD

Tech Stack

Solid badges = required, outlined = preferred

Responsibilities

  • Analyze runtime performance of the application layer and identify potential resource contentions.
  • Optimize compute usage to fit within embedded platform constraints without sacrificing algorithm accuracy or latency.
  • Profile and tune performance on embedded targets under real-world operating conditions.
  • Collaborate closely with ML runtime optimization engineers to ensure smooth model inference execution within the stack.
  • Proactively design for contention avoidance and thread safety through code reviews and software architecture reviews; propose single threaded lock-free approaches where appropriate.

Soft Skills

System ArchitectureCode Review CultureAutonomous Driving

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Dental
  • Disability Insurance
  • Equity
  • Health Insurance
  • Learning Budget
  • Life Insurance
  • Mental Health
  • Vision

Culture

Hybrid WorkCustomer-ObsessedFast-PacedInclusive Hiring

Requirements

Required: Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or a related field
Preferred: Masters in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or a related field
Regions: Us

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About Applied Intuition
Industry: automotive
Size: large

Applied Intuition is a Silicon Valley company powering the future of physical AI, providing digital infrastructure for autonomous systems across various industries. They are a Tier 1 vehicle software supplier specializing in ADAS/AD product toolchains and vehicle platforms.

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Compensation
Base salary: $199,295 – $264,500 USD
Equity: Equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units